James Boasberg
James Boasberg is a federal judge serving on the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Appointed by President Barack Obama in 2011, he has presided over significant cases involving environmental regulations, immigration policies, and civil rights issues. Recently, he made headlines for issuing a ruling that prevented the Trump administration from rapidly deporting five Venezuelan citizens, invoking a rarely used 1798 law. His decision reflects a commitment to upholding legal protections and ensuring due process for individuals facing deportation.
Born on Jul 15, 1962 (62 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 4 | 5.50 | 0.13% | +20% | 67,886,011 | 105,250 | $2,700,000 | 4,186$ |
| United States | 3 | 6.67 | 0.07% | +90% | 331,002,651 | 425,895 | $21,000,000 | 27,020$ |
| Guyana | 3 | 6.33 | 0.23% | +0% | 786,552 | 1,794 | $6,000 | 14$ |
| Denmark | 2 | 5.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 6,497 | $350,000 | 393$ |
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,044 | $1,700,000 | 941$ |
| Guatemala | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 12,441 | $82,000 | 57$ |
| Totals | 14 | 461,388,222 | 572,921 | $25,838,000 | 32,611$ |
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Recent Mentions
Guyana:
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg ruled that Venezuelans deported from the United States must be given the chance to challenge their detentions.
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United States:
James Boasberg is a U.S. District Judge who ordered the Trump administration to provide due process rights to deported migrants.
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United States:
US District Judge James Boasberg ruled that migrants must have an opportunity to challenge their removal under the Alien Enemies Act.
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Guatemala:
Judge James Boasberg has raised the possibility of holding government officials in contempt.
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United Kingdom:
Judge James Boasberg issued a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump regime from flying individuals to the prison in El Salvador without due process.
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United Kingdom:
James Boasberg is a judge who objected to the deportation of Venezuelans and was called a 'radical left lunatic' by Trump.
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Guyana:
James Boasberg found that the administration violated his order regarding Venezuelan migrants.
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Canada:
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg found that the administration violated his order regarding deportations.
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Guyana:
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg found 'probable cause' to hold officials in criminal contempt for violating his order.
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United Kingdom:
James Boasberg found 'probable cause' to hold officials in criminal contempt for violating his order halting deportations.
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